400 Legend – 215 Gr SP – Nosler Whitetail Country (40138) – 200 Rounds

Nosler built this 400 Legend Whitetail Country load (40138) specifically for hunters who demand dependable terminal performance from straight-wall cartridges. It uses a 215 grain Straight-Wall bullet engineered around the realities of deer hunting. Unlike some traditional rifle bullets designed for higher impact velocities, this projectile addresses the velocity window common to straight-wall cartridges. As a result, it expands reliably while maintaining the penetration hunters expect on medium-sized game.

Nosler rates this load at 2,250 fps with 2,416 ft-lbs of muzzle energy. Therefore, it delivers meaningful authority from the muzzle without punishing recoil. The 215 grain bullet carries substantial momentum. Meanwhile, the moderate velocity helps shooters maintain confidence during extended range sessions. That combination gives hunters a cartridge capable of handling whitetail-sized game throughout practical hunting distances.

The bullet itself deserves attention. Nosler designed it with a truncated nose profile, a thin jacket mouth, and a form-fitted lead core. Consequently, the bullet initiates expansion more consistently at the impact speeds associated with straight-wall cartridges. The flat-base construction also contributes to dependable accuracy. Moreover, the truncated profile promotes smooth feeding across multiple action types. Nosler specifically markets this ammunition for deer-sized game, reinforcing its role as a purpose-built hunting load.

Each box contains 20 rounds. Each case includes 10 boxes, totaling 200 rounds. That quantity supports preseason verification, hunting practice, and multiple seasons in the field. Nosler also loads this ammunition in premium brass cases with Boxer primers. Therefore, reloaders can recover and reuse valuable components.

This load reflects Nosler’s practical approach to hunting ammunition. It emphasizes consistent expansion, manageable recoil, and field-proven effectiveness rather than unnecessary complexity.